Politics · 3 March 2026

Trump informs Congress of Iran operation, no ground forces deployed

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President Trump informed Congress regarding the US operation in Iran. The letter to Senate President Pro Tempore Chuck Grassley stated that Iran remains a leading state sponsor of terrorism. Trump said no US ground forces were committed, with the operation designed to minimise civilian casualties. Lawmakers are set to vote this week on a war powers resolution.

By BriefTea Editorial · 3 March 2026 at 18:09

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